Holding (or not) the US Open in the midst of the pandemic, the raised bubble and the protocols to avoid contagions are the most recurring themes these days in world tennis. With several tennis players deciding not to play in New York, and even some asking for the cancellation of the event, The last to join the criticism has been the Argentine Diego Schwartzman.
The number thirteen in the world was interviewed on the radio program Millenium Sports, and took the opportunity to crack against the North American tournament. “The conditions that have been raised at the US Open are crazy. In my case, I will go to play because I need it and because it is my job, But going to a Grand Slam after seven months without competing, being able to be on the track with only one companion and with so many complex regulations, seems tremendous to me. It is all very elaborate. I don't see the point in playing like that again. “Schwartzman said flatly.
He also had time to criticize the ATP's way of acting. “The cancellation of Washington was seen to come, but we ended up finding out on Twitter. There was no official notice from the ATP, who released a statement after several media outlets announced it. They are not being aware of how difficult it is to travel between different countries at the moment, “said the Argentinean on how he learned of some news.
Not everything was critical. Schwartzman applauded the change in the world ranking system. “Not defending last year's points is a great idea because it does not force tennis players to have to go to certain events with pressure.” said. Finally, the Argentine also commented on what his schedule will be once tennis returns. “I had a flight to prepare for Washington, but when it is postponed I will have to spend a week further from home training. Planning this year is very difficult, but my intention is to compete in Cincinnati, New York, Madrid, Rome and Paris. If they remove me in the first week of US Open, I would go play Kitzbühel, “said Schwartzman.